Hudson County Shoplifting Defense Attorney
Handling All Grades of Shoplifting Offenses
Shoplifting may seem like a minor offense. However, shoplifting charges, along with all other types of criminal matters, should be taken very seriously. A conviction on a shoplifting charge can have punishments ranging from probation and community service to restitution and jail time. Contact me to discuss your options for structuring a shoplifting defense.
I am attorney Christopher G. Porreca, and I provide shoplifting defense and other criminal defense services, to clients in Morristown, Parsippany and throughout Northern New Jersey. I am a highly experienced advocate who can offer clients personalized and aggressive representation in court and in negotiation with prosecutors. My goal is to have the charges against you dismissed, or minimized, in order to protect your rights and your future.
Actions Considered to Be Shoplifting
Contrary to popular belief, shoplifting is more than simply taking items from a store without paying for them. Some of the other types of shoplifting may include:
- The concealing of merchandise on your person (even while you are still in the store)
- Altering price tags
- Removing an item from its original packaging
- "Under-ringing" (entering a lower price than listed on a register)
- Taking a shopping cart from a store
Grades of Shoplifting Crimes
In addition to the variety of actions that are considered to be shoplifting, there are a variety of grades of shoplifting crimes. These grades are dependent on the value of the items that were allegedly lifted. In some cases, a shoplifting crime may be part of a "criminal enterprise." In these situations, the punishments may be more severe for those convicted of shoplifting as part of a criminal or retail theft enterprise.
Shoplifting Is Sometimes a Juvenile Crime
A common charge in juvenile court is shoplifting. Retail theft is a serious accusation that can haunt a juvenile for years. I offer skilled juvenile shoplifting defense, along with other types of juvenile crime representation.
Call 888-309-1035 for a Free Criminal Defense Consultation
Protect your rights with the help of an experienced shoplifting defense lawyer. Contact me today to schedule your free initial consultation. I can review your case and make recommendations on how we can pursue a resolution to the situation.